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  • Gordon Pike avatar

    What Can I Say?

    Contributed by Gordon Pike on Jun 15, 2019
     | 6,115 views

    This is a farewell sermon I preached at two of the churches I've been serving as I move on to my next appointment.

    Ah … famous last words. Here’s a few I thought you might enjoy or find interesting: When convicted murderer James W. Rodgers was put in front of a firing squad in Utah, he was asked if he had any last requests. “Yeah,” he said, “bring me a bullet-proof vest.” Drummer Buddy Rich died after ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    When God Says No! Series

    Contributed by Gordon Curley on Nov 21, 2010
    based on 1 rating
     | 8,665 views

    Gods Promise to David. (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request - email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

    When God Says "No!” Reading: 2 Samuel chapter 7: Ill: • All of us are familiar with the ‘Taj Mahal’ in India. • It is one of the most recognizable structures in the world. • But not everyone knows the story behind it. • In 1631, a great emperor named Shah Jahan; • Built this beautiful ...read more

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    Denomination: Brethren

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    Trusting What God Says Series

    Contributed by Brian Bill on Sep 14, 2008
    based on 28 ratings
     | 21,550 views

    God’s Word cannot fail because He is faithful and He is fair...and He will never drop you.

    Trusting What God Says Romans 9:6-18 Rev. Brian Bill 9/14/08 Note: I have benefited greatly from the insights of my friend and ministry mentor Ray Pritchard. Parts of this sermon are taken from “God’s Word Has Not Failed” and are used by permission: www.keepbelieving.com. In May 1995, Randy ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Lesson 4: What Makes You Say The Things You Say?

    Contributed by Elmer Towns on Oct 15, 2007
    based on 8 ratings
     | 2,008 views

    The things you say are powerful enough to do good or to do evil.

    Pastor’s Bible Class Thomas Road Baptist Church What Makes You Do the Things You Do? Dr. Elmer Towns Lesson 4: What makes you say the things you say? October 14, 2007 A. INTRODUCTION 1. For your destiny, change your heart, and your words will change. 2. For your character, change ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Monte Brown avatar

    When You Don't Know What To Say, Say Nothing

    Contributed by Monte Brown on Jul 15, 2010
    based on 5 ratings
     | 6,241 views

    A short message on when to speak.

    Even a fool is thought wise if he keeps silent, and discerning if he holds his tongue. Proverbs 17:28 There is a time to speak and a time to be silent. As Christians we need to learn when to be silent and when to speak. We can do more damage to the kingdom of God by speaking out when we need ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Harder Than A Rock Series

    Contributed by Shawn Drake on Jun 19, 2016
     | 5,691 views

    This is the 2nd sermon in the series "Jesus Is Better- The Better Apostle". This is a warning to not allow your heart to become hardened.

    Series: Jesus Is Better- The Better Apostle [#2] HARDER THAN A ROCK Hebrews 3:7-19 Introduction: Have you ever met someone, that no matter how nice you are to them, they are never nice back? This morning our text gives us a warning? The warning is for the Christian; but the warning is also ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Jesus Is. . .! - Part 4 Series

    Contributed by Michael Deutsch on Jul 1, 2017
    based on 1 rating
     | 8,925 views

    A journey through the book of Hebrews to discover who Jesus Is. . .! In this section, Jesus offers us REST!

    Jesus Is . . .! Hebrews 4:1-12 July 2, 2017 Has anyone ever warned you that you should not do something? Sometimes when people warn us, we don’t take them seriously. Sometimes we think they are just being over-protective or they don’t want us to have fun, or they’re just being nags. Ever been ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Easter 2025: When Adversity Comes

    Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Apr 15, 2025
     | 546 views

    Everyone faces times of adversity but it is how we view and respond to the adversity that determines how those times will affect us. The disciples experienced this when Jesus was arrested and crucified. Their response can teach us about responding to adverse times.

    Easter 2025 – When Adversity Comes Scripture: John 8:12; Mark 10:32-34; 16:9-11; James 1:2-3 Good morning Strangers Rest and happy Easter. This is surely the day the Lord has made so let us rejoice and be glad in it! Today we pause to commemorate the death and resurrection of our Lord and ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Who's In Control Series

    Contributed by Tom Fuller on Oct 25, 2009
    based on 1 rating
     | 6,314 views

    We as humans have a hard time giving up control of anything, but in order to find the abundant life Jesus offers, we must cede authority of our lives to Him, even if that means going into choppy waters.

    We began last time by looking at Jesus as He came down from giving the Sermon on the Mount. He begins to demonstrate that it isn’t all talk—that He really is the coming King and controls His creation, both the visible and invisible. We see Him first approached by two people who really have no ...read more

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    Denomination: Calvary Chapel

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    Marriage And The Heart

    Contributed by John Williams Iii on Oct 23, 2022
     | 1,107 views

    Today’s text presents us with two touchy topics----- lust and divorce. All one has to do is look at the news, newspapers, and internet news outlets and see that there is fodder for discussion about these topics everywhere.

    MARRIAGE AND THE HEART Text: Matthew 5:27 -32 Today’s text presents us with two touchy topics----- lust and divorce. All one has to do is look at the news, newspapers, and internet news outlets and see that there is fodder for discussion about these topics everywhere. What comes to ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    Chosen By Grace Series

    Contributed by Christian Cheong on Nov 21, 2021
     | 2,675 views

    Paul gave 3 examples to show that God has not rejected Israel - his conversion, Elijah's experience and the remnant who believes. God hardens the hearts of unbelievers because they have chosen to harden their own hearts.

    Romans 11:1-10 Chosen By Grace When a relationship breaks up, we have questions. Questions like: What’s the problem? Who caused it? How did it happen? • These are the questions Paul has been addressing in Rom 9-11 regarding Israel’s relationship with God, their unbelief and rejection of the ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    The Gift Of Thick Skin Series

    Contributed by Jim Butcher on Mar 13, 2024
     | 1,148 views

    This peculiar passage gives us a poignant picture of the need for tenacity and determination in the face of opposition to the message of God.

    THAT'S A SURPRISE: Sometimes God needs His people to be hardheaded. - Ezekiel 3:8-9. - This passage continues the ideas we discussed in the last sermon about God’s messengers. It had a warning from God that the Israelites claimed to be God’s people but they weren’t listening to what God had ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Jason Smith avatar

    Pharaoh's Hardened Heart

    Contributed by Jason Smith on Feb 17, 2014
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,977 views

    This short study attempts to explain what it means when we are told that God hardens Pharaoh's heart

    God explains the mission to Moses...you are going to go back to Egypt and do all these wonders and Pharaoh's heart is going to be hardened. By whom? By God. We may read that and it may make us feel a little uneasy. We may feel like that is not fair...God is predicting that He will harden ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Paul Robinson avatar

    God Is Not Among You

    Contributed by Paul Robinson on Oct 4, 2022
     | 1,736 views

    Assuming God's blessing is one of the most dangerous mistakes we can make in the Christian life. A group of Israelites made this exact mistake, and it cost them everything.

    Illustration: A photographer was hired to take pictures of a great forest fire; he got his office to hire a plane so he could take some airborne pictures. He arrived at the airport and jumped into the plane that was waiting for him. “Let’s go! Let’s go!” Startled, the pilot quickly swung the plane ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Christian Cheong avatar

    Sun Stand Still Series

    Contributed by Christian Cheong on Mar 30, 2015
     | 28,971 views

    Consider Joshua's motivation - pray boldly to see that God's will is done. Consider his commitment - work hard to see that God's work is finished.

    Joshua made an audacious prayer. It was a prayer for the impossible. The fact that he even thought of it surprises everyone. • Today we want to look at his motivation behind that prayer, and his commitment to fulfilling God’s will. The chapter opens with 5 opposing Amorite armies ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible